Our vision: A world where no lives are lost or damaged from the effects of high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a major contributor to long-term health challenges worldwide and is often undetected or poorly managed.
Our mission: To develop technology to help people better understand their blood pressure
Two decades of blood pressure innovation
2004
Early research into blood pressure signals
Scientists at the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM) begin exploring how optical signals at the wrist could be used to better understand blood pressure patterns over time.
2005-2017
Foundations of cuffless approaches
Research teams investigate how pulse waveforms can provide insights into blood pressure behavior, using optical sensing and advanced signal analysis.
2011
Scientific groundwork established
Academic research demonstrates how subtle changes in pulse signals can be analyzed to better understand blood pressure patterns.
2018
From research to real-world application
Aktiia is founded to bring years of research into everyday use, focusing on making long-term blood pressure understanding more accessible.
2019–2023
Expanding research and validation
Multiple studies explore how the technology performs across different populations and conditions, comparing results with established reference methods.
2019-2024
Introducing the Hilo experience
Hilo is developed to bring together wearable context, long-term trend visibility, and reference measurements for everyday use.
Today
Advancing pattern-based understanding
Hilo continues to evolve, focusing on helping people understand long-term blood pressure patterns in the context of everyday life.
Leadership team
Stefan Petzinger
Chief Executive Officer25+ years scaling tech companies. Led PlusDental to €131M exit.
Mattia Bertschi
Chief Operating OfficerCo-founded Hilo after 15 years pioneering blood pressure research at CSEM.
Josep Solà
Chief Technology OfficerVisionary behind Hilo's cuffless technology. Editor of industry-defining handbook.
Justin Berkovi
VP of ProductBuilt products for 100M+ users. Co-founded Mind Candy (Moshi Monsters).
Judith Oberdorf
Chief of StaffScaled Saas startups from early stage to market expansion success.
Mathieu Danthony
VP Finance13+ years international finance. Secured $80M funding for Hilo's growth.
Nadege Siutryk
Senior Director of Software Engineering10 years in medical devices industry. Leading engineering from concept to market.
Andy Wilson
VP CommercialDrives profitable growth and commercial strategy for VC-backed tech companies.
Neil Puri
Head of Quality & Regulatory20+ years in Regulated Industries. Instrumental in achieving Hilo's FDA clearance.
Sarah Dattani
VP of Engineering25+ years in software. 15 years leading technology teams behind products used by millions.
Help us redefine blood pressure monitoring
We’re building the world’s most advanced technology designed to understand blood pressure patterns over time. Join a team of engineers, scientists, and clinicians working to advance how people understand their health in everyday life.
